Zev Deladingco

A proactive and interdisciplinary mechanical engineering undergraduate with proven experience in applied research and sensor fabrication at a biotech startup. Successfully designed and optimized diagnostic tests using electrodeposition and cyclic voltammetry to track canine biomarkers. Currently leading a materials science research project, designing impact-resistant structures, and building custom testing apparatus from the ground up. Thrives in collaborative, fast-paced environments, and seeks to apply a design-thinking approach to complex challenges.

Optimizing Macroscale Structures for Impact Resistance | Undergraduate Research 

• Leading a full-cycle design and testing initiative to develop novel structures that maximize impact resistance while minimizing weight, cost, and fabrication time.
• Built a custom dropping tower from the ground up to conduct precise, repeatable experiments, turning a conceptual need into functional lab equipment.
• Translated research on complex geometries—including triply periodic minimal surfaces and double-layer lattices—into tangible prototypes using assembled and calibrated FDM/resin 3D printers.

Research Assistant, Lab Technician, Intern | Pronova Pets Internship 

• Applied electrodeposition and cyclic voltammetry to polymerize sensor chemicals, fine-tuning voltage parameters to improve accuracy in detecting biomarkers (glucose and cortisol in saliva).
• Contributed to core lab protocols, from sensor surface preparation and biomolecular immobilization to quality assurance and calibration, supporting the startup's development cycle.
• Learned to design, run, and analyze tests in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary environment, adapting methods to enhance sensitivity across multiple sensor types within an integrated device.

Science Olympiad Competition| Clayton Valley Science Olympiads Team

• Awarded 3rd place for Division C Fermi Questions competition in California
• Designed, built, and tested a model car from scratch to strict competition specifications for scrambler competition. Successfully launched the vehicle at the official tournament, demonstrating full-cycle prototype execution.

Head of Communications and aerodynamics team member | SAE Aero Competition Team

• Used SolidWorks and a laser to construct the airfoil
• Physically assembled wings with a team to bring to competitions
• Attended an international competition as one of four freshman members

President, High School Engineering Academy | Clayton Valley Charter High School

• Elected to lead a cohort of 50+ engineering students, organizing and programming educational events to cultivate technical interest and collaborative skill development.

Treasurer | Science Olympiad Team | Clayton Valley Charter High School

• Rock Climbing
• Water Polo
• Settlers of Catan
• Materials Science
• Basketball
• Music
• Debate Team
• Outdoor Adventures
• F1 racing